Presto
Issue: 1923 1934 - Page 26
PRESTO
26
RECORDS OF PIANO
DEALERS ACTIVITIES
Incidents in the Energetic Pursuit of the Prospec-
tive Buyer Told in Short Sentences.
Robert O. Eaton, an experienced piano salesman,
recently joined the sales staff of the J. H. Troup
Music House, Harrisburg, Pa.
R. D. Carlisle is the new manager of the Plante
Piano Store, 1421 Acustnet avenue, New Bedford,
Mass.
The Burnhouse Music Co., Oscaloosa, la., has let
the contract for the erection of a two-story and base-
ment brick building to be used for the music busi-
ness.
. E. E. Smith, piano dealer of Clearfield, Pa., re-
cently moved into the building erected by the com-
pany in a central part of the business district.
H. Plager & Sons, 425 Summit avenue, Hacken-
sack, N. J., has let out contracts for the erection of a
new building to be used in its music business.
George P. Wendheiser, the Rockville, Conn., dealer,
whose store was destroyed by lire a few months ago
is rebuilding the property.
A. R. Mill, music dealer of Appleton, Wis., was re-
cently appointed postmaster at Kaukauna, Wis.
.M. A. Alfred of the music firm of Gallup & Alfred,
Inc., Hartford, Conn., has been elected librarian of
the Hartford Choral Society.
Fifteen thousand dollars was the estimated loss to
William C. Froehley & Son, Hamburg, N. Y., in
the fire which seriously damaged the store recently.
C. William Pfisterer, who has been operating the
Burbahk Music Store, Rurbank, Cal., will open an-
other music shop at 147 West San Fernando boule-
vard, in that city.
A branch store has been opened at 328 South Sixth
street, Springfield, 111., by the Bruce Co.
C. S. Driskill, Owensboro, Ky., has opened a music
house and will feature pianos and organs.
R. D. Carlisle was recently appointed manager of
the Plante Piano Store, 1421 Acushnet avenue, New
Bedford, Mass.
The Mason Music Co., Inc., 214 Losoya street, San
Antonio, Tex., has taken over the Edison agency at
its new music store-
THE PRESTO'S WANT ADVS.
SALESMAN W A N T E D .
Cable Piano Company wants, for one of its best Illinois
branches, a wide awake, experienced Talking Machine
salesman. We carry complete stock of both Victrola
and Brunswick phonographs. A good proposition and
best chances of advancement for the right man. Must
have had experience. Address E. F. N., Cable Piano
Co., 301 So. Wabash Ave., Chicago, III.
SUPERINTENDENT WANTED.
High grade, nationally known, middle west piano manu-
facturer has opening for capable, well informed, all
around factory superintendent. Prefer man now em-
ployed and already a demonstrated success, both tech-
nically and in the handling of men and material. Per-
manent position. Replies received in strict confidence.
Address P. O. Box 243, Newport, Ky.
SALESMAN W A N T E D .
Wanted—Piano salesman, between 28 and 35 years old,
who is capable of handling canvassers. One who is
receptive and able to learn our method of selling.
Will pay good salary and commission, Married man
preferred. This is a branch store located in Detroit,
Michigan, representing a large manufacturer. Address
Detroit, Box 6, Presto Office, Chicago.
FACTORY S U P E R I N T E N D E N T .
A thoroughly competent, experienced, producing factory
superintendent is open for a change. Prefer western
factory and can start in within two weeks. Is now
employed but wants a larger output. Address "Com-
petent," Box 7, PRESTO Office, Chicago.
T W E N T Y USED PIANOS,
which have not yet passed through our repair shop-
Offered at low prices to dealers. Range $30 to $50.
All woods included. Address replies to R. J. C , Cable
Piano Company, Chicago, Illinois.
GAIN IN MUSIC GOODS EXPORTS.
The Department of Commerce announces a gain
in exports of musical instruments, the foreign sales
in the eleven months ending May 31 totaling $9,128,-
266.
The overseas business in the corresponding
period ended May 31, 1922, was $6,767,260—a net gain
of $2,361,006 in the eleven months. A notable fea-
ture in the department's report is the remarkable in-
crease in export sales of playerpianos, the advance
over the previous eleven month period being consid-
erably over one million dollars. In the eleven months
ended May 31, 1922, the playerpiano exports were
$1,294,761, and in the eleven-months, ended May of
this year the total was $2,333,513.
BALDWIN IN SCHOOL CONCERT.
One of the most successful recitals of its kind ever
held in Baltimore, Md., in connection with the Pea-
body Summer School course was that given recently
at the Peabody Conservatory of Music by Austin
Conradi, pianist, when the artist used a Bajdwin
graiid piano, supplied by the Kunkel Piano Co., Bal-
timore, which also supplied a Baldwin grand for use
at the Maryland Theater recently in connection with
the act presented by Don C. Alfonso de Zelaya.
MUSIC IN IOWA.
The music memory contest in Iowa schools, as a
permanent and regular part of the curriculum, seems
to be firmly entrenched, and public grade schools all
have made provision to continue this good work with
the resumption of school classes.
Music dealers,
through co-operation on the part of the press, have
been largely responsible for its success. That the
music memory contest will spread to county and dis-
trict schools is certain.
STARR
August 18, 1923
PIANO STORE FOR SALE.
Successfully established piano firm located in Quincy, III.,
wishes to retire from business. Stock has been re-
duced to $7,500. $6,000 will buy it. Must sell within
the next sixty days. Rare opportunity for one who
wishes to continue the business and make good from
the start. Present owner will assist in financing the
right party. If interested, get busy at once for the
fall business. Write direct to owners. Giles Brothers,
111 North Fourth St., Quincy, III. (Since 1883.)
TRAVELER WANTED.
An experienced wholesale traveler to cover Indiana and
Michigan territory. Salary basis with an attractive
bonus. Correspondence strictly confidential. Address
"Confidential," care of PRESTO.
W A N T E D — S A L E S MANAGER.
A retail piano sales manager of ability, experience, good
habits and high ideals, who can market the finest
lines of high grade musical merchandise manufac-
tured, and who thoroughly believes in hard work,
conscientious selling methods, who takes pride in his
own record and in maintaining the splendid reputa-
tion and high standing of the house desiring his
services. This is a splendid opportunity for the right
man with one of the largest and oldest piano houses
in the city of Pittsburgh, Pa., and known from coast
to coast. Address "Retail Manager," care PRESTO,
Chicago.
FIRST-CLASS MAN W A N T E D .
A man of experience, ability and energy, combined with
a thorough knowledge of the entire retail phonograph
and record business, accustomed to general super-
vision of sales, advertising and promotion, with
plenty of pep and original ideas, can secure an ex-
ceptionally fine opportunity in one of the most pro-
gressive and rapidly grown cities in the Southwest
and become associated with an institution thoroughly
established and rapidly advancing in prestige and
increasing its business by leaps and bounds. Only
first-class man need apply, thoroughly qualified and
a real worker. Address " B . L. W.," care PRESTO.
BELLYMAN WANTED.
W A N T E D A T ONCE — Bellyman wanted for small
grands; to take on large output in Chicago factory.
Address "Large Output," Box 16, PRESTO Office, 407
S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
SALESMAN W A N T E D .
W A N T E D — A wholesale piano salesman equal to the
distribution of from 1,500 to 2,000 instruments a year.
Must be man of standing and wide acquaintance In
the trade and willing to travel over wide territory.
Address "Wholesale," care of PRESTO, 407 S. Dear-
born St., Chicago.
POSITION W A N T E D .
Experienced tuner and player mechanic, with some
selling experience, wants location with a live dealer.
Am also a clarinet and saxophone player and teacher
of bands and band instruments. All letters answered.
Address E. E. B., care Presto, Chicago.
FOR S A L E .
Great opportunity for some piano man who wishes to
purchase an old established piano business in live
location in Chicago. Stock consists of players and
pianos, phonograph agency, small stock rolls and rec-
ords. Will sell on invoice basis. Address Y. O. R.,
care of PRESTO, Chicago.
MANAGER W A N T E D .
Old established music store, in large Middle West city,
offers good position and splendid opportunity to gen-
eral manager competent to assume full and complete
charge. Must be experienced and able to show suc-
cessful record. Address "Manager," Box 14, PRESTO
Office, Chicago.
MUSIC STORE O P P O R T U N I T Y .
For Sale—Best music store in the Southwest. Town
about 20,000 in black belt of Texas. In shallow oil
field which has been in operation for 25 years.
Gusher, oil-field now developing, bring millions of
money and thousands of people. Reason for selling,
want to devote entire time to my oil business. A d -
dress Money Maker, Box 11, Presto, Chicago, III.
PIANOS
Our new designs are models of artistic piano
construction. More than fifty designs, a
style for every need at a price for every purse
C A L I F O R N I A OR OREGON.
P L A Y E R , Reproducer and Phonograph Mechanic and
Tuner, of years' experience, desires to locate In Cal-
ifornia or Oregon. Not on account of his health, but
to settle down to give first class service. Best of
references, personality, etc. Address H . F. Peltier,
care Presto, Chicago.
CITY SALESMEN W A N T E D .
Several live salesmen can find opportunity In a profitable
and attractive branch of the retail business by ad-
dressing the Lindenberg Piano Co., Columbus, Ohio.
TUNERS AND REPAIR MEN.
W A N T E D — Tuners, repair men and dealers to save
money by sending their key-work to Harlem Piano &
Organ Key Co. See ad. in PRESTO and note prices.
COLD IVORY G L U E .
W A N T E D — T u n e r s and repair men to try our Special
White Ivory (Slue. Only glue on the market that can
be used cold. Harlem Piano & Organ Key Co. Price,
$1.00 can, postpaid, in the U. S.
ROAD POSITION W A N T E D .
Piano man with many years of factory experience In all
branches of piano making; expert player man and of
most makes of electrically operated instruments; also
experience in selling, wishes position on the road.
Prefer Pacific Coast territory. Will give any refer-
ences desired. Address "Pacific," Box 11, PRESTO
Office, Chicago.
EVERY MAN, WHETHER
Directly or Indirectly Interested in
Pianos, Phonographs or the General
Music Trade
Should have the three booklets compris-
ing
PRESTO TRADE LISTS
No. 1—Directory of the Music Trades—
the Dealers List.
No. 2—The Phonograph Directory—the
Talking Machine List.
No. 3—Directory of the Music Industries
(Manufacturers, Supplies, etc., of
all kinds).
Price, each book, 25 cents.
The three books combined contain the
only complete addresses and classified
lists of all the various depart-
ments of the music indus-
tries and trades.
Choice of these books and also a copy of
the indispensable "Presto Buyer's Guide,"
will be sent free of charge to new sub-
scribers to Presto, the American Music
Trade Weekly, at $2 a year.
You want Presto; you want the Presto
Trade Lists. They cost little and return
much. Why not have them?
Published by
Presto Publishing Co.
407 So. Dearborn St.,
CHICAGO, ILL.
PLAYBR-PIANOS
Correspondence with dealeJ) solicited.
THE STARR PIANO CO.
ttannf*attr*rt at
Dealers find unmatched selling points to ttu
STARR, RICHMOND, TRAYSER
REMINGTON PLAYER-PIANOS
STARR and RICHMOND QRAi k) PIANOS
STARR. RICHMOND, TRAYSER m tl REMINGTON
MANO6 and PLAVER-Pl ILNOS
Factories:
RICHMOND,
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26
RECORDS OF PIANO
DEALERS ACTIVITIES
Incidents in the Energetic Pursuit of the Prospec-
tive Buyer Told in Short Sentences.
Robert O. Eaton, an experienced piano salesman,
recently joined the sales staff of the J. H. Troup
Music House, Harrisburg, Pa.
R. D. Carlisle is the new manager of the Plante
Piano Store, 1421 Acustnet avenue, New Bedford,
Mass.
The Burnhouse Music Co., Oscaloosa, la., has let
the contract for the erection of a two-story and base-
ment brick building to be used for the music busi-
ness.
. E. E. Smith, piano dealer of Clearfield, Pa., re-
cently moved into the building erected by the com-
pany in a central part of the business district.
H. Plager & Sons, 425 Summit avenue, Hacken-
sack, N. J., has let out contracts for the erection of a
new building to be used in its music business.
George P. Wendheiser, the Rockville, Conn., dealer,
whose store was destroyed by lire a few months ago
is rebuilding the property.
A. R. Mill, music dealer of Appleton, Wis., was re-
cently appointed postmaster at Kaukauna, Wis.
.M. A. Alfred of the music firm of Gallup & Alfred,
Inc., Hartford, Conn., has been elected librarian of
the Hartford Choral Society.
Fifteen thousand dollars was the estimated loss to
William C. Froehley & Son, Hamburg, N. Y., in
the fire which seriously damaged the store recently.
C. William Pfisterer, who has been operating the
Burbahk Music Store, Rurbank, Cal., will open an-
other music shop at 147 West San Fernando boule-
vard, in that city.
A branch store has been opened at 328 South Sixth
street, Springfield, 111., by the Bruce Co.
C. S. Driskill, Owensboro, Ky., has opened a music
house and will feature pianos and organs.
R. D. Carlisle was recently appointed manager of
the Plante Piano Store, 1421 Acushnet avenue, New
Bedford, Mass.
The Mason Music Co., Inc., 214 Losoya street, San
Antonio, Tex., has taken over the Edison agency at
its new music store-
THE PRESTO'S WANT ADVS.
SALESMAN W A N T E D .
Cable Piano Company wants, for one of its best Illinois
branches, a wide awake, experienced Talking Machine
salesman. We carry complete stock of both Victrola
and Brunswick phonographs. A good proposition and
best chances of advancement for the right man. Must
have had experience. Address E. F. N., Cable Piano
Co., 301 So. Wabash Ave., Chicago, III.
SUPERINTENDENT WANTED.
High grade, nationally known, middle west piano manu-
facturer has opening for capable, well informed, all
around factory superintendent. Prefer man now em-
ployed and already a demonstrated success, both tech-
nically and in the handling of men and material. Per-
manent position. Replies received in strict confidence.
Address P. O. Box 243, Newport, Ky.
SALESMAN W A N T E D .
Wanted—Piano salesman, between 28 and 35 years old,
who is capable of handling canvassers. One who is
receptive and able to learn our method of selling.
Will pay good salary and commission, Married man
preferred. This is a branch store located in Detroit,
Michigan, representing a large manufacturer. Address
Detroit, Box 6, Presto Office, Chicago.
FACTORY S U P E R I N T E N D E N T .
A thoroughly competent, experienced, producing factory
superintendent is open for a change. Prefer western
factory and can start in within two weeks. Is now
employed but wants a larger output. Address "Com-
petent," Box 7, PRESTO Office, Chicago.
T W E N T Y USED PIANOS,
which have not yet passed through our repair shop-
Offered at low prices to dealers. Range $30 to $50.
All woods included. Address replies to R. J. C , Cable
Piano Company, Chicago, Illinois.
GAIN IN MUSIC GOODS EXPORTS.
The Department of Commerce announces a gain
in exports of musical instruments, the foreign sales
in the eleven months ending May 31 totaling $9,128,-
266.
The overseas business in the corresponding
period ended May 31, 1922, was $6,767,260—a net gain
of $2,361,006 in the eleven months. A notable fea-
ture in the department's report is the remarkable in-
crease in export sales of playerpianos, the advance
over the previous eleven month period being consid-
erably over one million dollars. In the eleven months
ended May 31, 1922, the playerpiano exports were
$1,294,761, and in the eleven-months, ended May of
this year the total was $2,333,513.
BALDWIN IN SCHOOL CONCERT.
One of the most successful recitals of its kind ever
held in Baltimore, Md., in connection with the Pea-
body Summer School course was that given recently
at the Peabody Conservatory of Music by Austin
Conradi, pianist, when the artist used a Bajdwin
graiid piano, supplied by the Kunkel Piano Co., Bal-
timore, which also supplied a Baldwin grand for use
at the Maryland Theater recently in connection with
the act presented by Don C. Alfonso de Zelaya.
MUSIC IN IOWA.
The music memory contest in Iowa schools, as a
permanent and regular part of the curriculum, seems
to be firmly entrenched, and public grade schools all
have made provision to continue this good work with
the resumption of school classes.
Music dealers,
through co-operation on the part of the press, have
been largely responsible for its success. That the
music memory contest will spread to county and dis-
trict schools is certain.
STARR
August 18, 1923
PIANO STORE FOR SALE.
Successfully established piano firm located in Quincy, III.,
wishes to retire from business. Stock has been re-
duced to $7,500. $6,000 will buy it. Must sell within
the next sixty days. Rare opportunity for one who
wishes to continue the business and make good from
the start. Present owner will assist in financing the
right party. If interested, get busy at once for the
fall business. Write direct to owners. Giles Brothers,
111 North Fourth St., Quincy, III. (Since 1883.)
TRAVELER WANTED.
An experienced wholesale traveler to cover Indiana and
Michigan territory. Salary basis with an attractive
bonus. Correspondence strictly confidential. Address
"Confidential," care of PRESTO.
W A N T E D — S A L E S MANAGER.
A retail piano sales manager of ability, experience, good
habits and high ideals, who can market the finest
lines of high grade musical merchandise manufac-
tured, and who thoroughly believes in hard work,
conscientious selling methods, who takes pride in his
own record and in maintaining the splendid reputa-
tion and high standing of the house desiring his
services. This is a splendid opportunity for the right
man with one of the largest and oldest piano houses
in the city of Pittsburgh, Pa., and known from coast
to coast. Address "Retail Manager," care PRESTO,
Chicago.
FIRST-CLASS MAN W A N T E D .
A man of experience, ability and energy, combined with
a thorough knowledge of the entire retail phonograph
and record business, accustomed to general super-
vision of sales, advertising and promotion, with
plenty of pep and original ideas, can secure an ex-
ceptionally fine opportunity in one of the most pro-
gressive and rapidly grown cities in the Southwest
and become associated with an institution thoroughly
established and rapidly advancing in prestige and
increasing its business by leaps and bounds. Only
first-class man need apply, thoroughly qualified and
a real worker. Address " B . L. W.," care PRESTO.
BELLYMAN WANTED.
W A N T E D A T ONCE — Bellyman wanted for small
grands; to take on large output in Chicago factory.
Address "Large Output," Box 16, PRESTO Office, 407
S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
SALESMAN W A N T E D .
W A N T E D — A wholesale piano salesman equal to the
distribution of from 1,500 to 2,000 instruments a year.
Must be man of standing and wide acquaintance In
the trade and willing to travel over wide territory.
Address "Wholesale," care of PRESTO, 407 S. Dear-
born St., Chicago.
POSITION W A N T E D .
Experienced tuner and player mechanic, with some
selling experience, wants location with a live dealer.
Am also a clarinet and saxophone player and teacher
of bands and band instruments. All letters answered.
Address E. E. B., care Presto, Chicago.
FOR S A L E .
Great opportunity for some piano man who wishes to
purchase an old established piano business in live
location in Chicago. Stock consists of players and
pianos, phonograph agency, small stock rolls and rec-
ords. Will sell on invoice basis. Address Y. O. R.,
care of PRESTO, Chicago.
MANAGER W A N T E D .
Old established music store, in large Middle West city,
offers good position and splendid opportunity to gen-
eral manager competent to assume full and complete
charge. Must be experienced and able to show suc-
cessful record. Address "Manager," Box 14, PRESTO
Office, Chicago.
MUSIC STORE O P P O R T U N I T Y .
For Sale—Best music store in the Southwest. Town
about 20,000 in black belt of Texas. In shallow oil
field which has been in operation for 25 years.
Gusher, oil-field now developing, bring millions of
money and thousands of people. Reason for selling,
want to devote entire time to my oil business. A d -
dress Money Maker, Box 11, Presto, Chicago, III.
PIANOS
Our new designs are models of artistic piano
construction. More than fifty designs, a
style for every need at a price for every purse
C A L I F O R N I A OR OREGON.
P L A Y E R , Reproducer and Phonograph Mechanic and
Tuner, of years' experience, desires to locate In Cal-
ifornia or Oregon. Not on account of his health, but
to settle down to give first class service. Best of
references, personality, etc. Address H . F. Peltier,
care Presto, Chicago.
CITY SALESMEN W A N T E D .
Several live salesmen can find opportunity In a profitable
and attractive branch of the retail business by ad-
dressing the Lindenberg Piano Co., Columbus, Ohio.
TUNERS AND REPAIR MEN.
W A N T E D — Tuners, repair men and dealers to save
money by sending their key-work to Harlem Piano &
Organ Key Co. See ad. in PRESTO and note prices.
COLD IVORY G L U E .
W A N T E D — T u n e r s and repair men to try our Special
White Ivory (Slue. Only glue on the market that can
be used cold. Harlem Piano & Organ Key Co. Price,
$1.00 can, postpaid, in the U. S.
ROAD POSITION W A N T E D .
Piano man with many years of factory experience In all
branches of piano making; expert player man and of
most makes of electrically operated instruments; also
experience in selling, wishes position on the road.
Prefer Pacific Coast territory. Will give any refer-
ences desired. Address "Pacific," Box 11, PRESTO
Office, Chicago.
EVERY MAN, WHETHER
Directly or Indirectly Interested in
Pianos, Phonographs or the General
Music Trade
Should have the three booklets compris-
ing
PRESTO TRADE LISTS
No. 1—Directory of the Music Trades—
the Dealers List.
No. 2—The Phonograph Directory—the
Talking Machine List.
No. 3—Directory of the Music Industries
(Manufacturers, Supplies, etc., of
all kinds).
Price, each book, 25 cents.
The three books combined contain the
only complete addresses and classified
lists of all the various depart-
ments of the music indus-
tries and trades.
Choice of these books and also a copy of
the indispensable "Presto Buyer's Guide,"
will be sent free of charge to new sub-
scribers to Presto, the American Music
Trade Weekly, at $2 a year.
You want Presto; you want the Presto
Trade Lists. They cost little and return
much. Why not have them?
Published by
Presto Publishing Co.
407 So. Dearborn St.,
CHICAGO, ILL.
PLAYBR-PIANOS
Correspondence with dealeJ) solicited.
THE STARR PIANO CO.
ttannf*attr*rt at
Dealers find unmatched selling points to ttu
STARR, RICHMOND, TRAYSER
REMINGTON PLAYER-PIANOS
STARR and RICHMOND QRAi k) PIANOS
STARR. RICHMOND, TRAYSER m tl REMINGTON
MANO6 and PLAVER-Pl ILNOS
Factories:
RICHMOND,
Enhanced content © 2008-2009 and presented by MBSI - The Musical Box Society International (www.mbsi.org) and the International Arcade Museum (www.arcade-museum.com).
All Rights Reserved. Digitized from the archives of the MBSI with support from NAMM - The International Music Products Association (www.namm.org).
Additional enhancement, optimization, and distribution by the International Arcade Museum. An extensive collection of Presto can be found online at http://www.arcade-museum.com/library/
Future scanning projects are planned by the International Arcade Museum Library (IAML).